Local News in City of Roanoke

Another plan is in the works for Roanoke’s most hotly debated piece of undeveloped land. Will this one be the catalyst for a decision?

“We’re not in this to produce some result that is not what the community wants,” said one of the leaders involved. The post Another plan is in the works for Roanoke’s most hotly debated piece of undeveloped land. Will this one be the catalyst for a decision? appeared first on…

Hotel Roanoke Conference Center sale finalized, entire $14 million to go to city

The facility's commission will dissolve at some point now that its purpose is ending.

Spanberger wants state to study brownfields as potential data center sites. Here are some that might qualify.

The state study will focus on “brownfield redevelopment” and “previously developed sites.” That could lead to a lot of sites in Southwest Virginia and central cities.

For $8 million land purchase, where will city of Roanoke get the money, and what is the future plan?

Options for 236-acre former golf course include a new school, industrial development and housing.

City of Roanoke Approves Purchase of Former Ole Monterey Golf Course Property

Rural counties reluctant to embrace solar farms run the risk of state intervention

Localities can no longer ban solar development, which means they all now need rules for solar projects. Some places want more restrictions than others. Here are the political realities they need to keep in mind.